Clayton Warner is greeted by dental hygienist Mary Davis before a dental exam at the Christa McAuliffe School in Concord, N.H., Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024. Dental assistant Crystal Muzzo stands at right. There is a push to revive and expand school-based programs that often serve as a child's first dental visit and offer critical preventive care. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)
Evette Sesay smiles after a dental check-up at the Christa McAuliffe School in Concord, N.H., Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024. Amid growing evidence that cavities impact school attendance, mental health and health problems, there is a push to revive and expand school-based programs that often serve as a child's first dental visit and offer critical preventive care. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)
Amber Warner shows off her teeth after a dental exam at the Christa McAuliffe School in Concord, N.H., Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024. The federal government and the dental community are increasing efforts to reach children at an early age. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)
Amber Warner leaves the chair after a dental exam at the Christa McAuliffe School in Concord, N.H., Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)
Clayton Warner holds a mirror as dental hygienist Mary Davis examines his teeth at the Christa McAuliffe School in Concord, N.H., Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)
Dental hygienist Mary Davis examines Amber Warner's teeth at the Christa McAuliffe School in Concord, N.H., Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024. Mobile clinics provide critical dental access as do state programs that focus on preventive care and ensure dental care is incorporated into overall health efforts. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)